FLT Driver

Job Title: Counterbalance Forklift Operative

Location: Ledbury
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Pay Rate: £13.75 per hour
Shift Pattern: Rotational Shifts (Monday to Friday)

• Shift 1: 06:00 AM – 14:00 PM
• Shift 2: 14:00 PM – 22:30 PM

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About the Company:

gap personnel is proud to be working with one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of frozen fruit products, based in Ledbury.

The company offers excellent opportunities for long-term, stable employment, with the potential to transition to a permanent contract after 12 weeks, depending on performance.

Please note: this role involves working in chilled and freezer environments, with temperatures ranging from 0°C down to -18°C.

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Key Responsibilities:

Forklift Operations:

• Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles and storage areas.
• Transporting stock across the warehouse and production areas.

Stock Management:

• Picking stock from designated locations and moving it to required areas.
• Replenishing stock within production and storage areas as needed.
• Ensuring accurate stock rotation and storage.

Production Support:

• Supplying production lines with required materials.
• Removing finished goods and transporting them to storage or dispatch areas.

Quality & Safety:

• Carrying out visual checks to ensure goods are undamaged and meet company standards.
• Following all health & safety procedures at all times.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work environment.

Labelling and Documentation:

• Ensuring correct labelling and batch codes are applied where required.
• Completing relevant paperwork and records accurately.

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Environmental Conditions:

• Working in chilled and freezer environments, with temperatures between 0°C to -18°C.
• Suitable PPE will be provided; candidates must be comfortable working in these conditions.

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Skills & Experience Required:

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
• Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or production environment.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy when handling stock.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

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Basic Hours & Pay Rate:

• Monday to Friday (Rotational Shifts)£13.75 per hour basic rate
  • 06:00 – 14:00
  • 14:00 – 22:30
• Overtime paid after 48 hours

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This is a great opportunity if you’re looking for a stable role with the chance to transition to a permanent position after the initial 12-week period.

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